Cedar Cliff Local School District FY27 Cat 2 Wireless Refresh RFP - 270003769
Cedar Cliff Local SchoolsSchool · Cedarville, OH- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brandi Thompson
- (937) 766-6000 ext 2101
The 30-second brief
Cedar Cliff Local School District seeks proposals for a district-wide wireless network refresh encompassing indoor and outdoor wireless access points, wireless controllers/management, enterprise cloud controller subscription licensing, Cat6A cabling, mounting components, installation, configuration, and testing under E-Rate Funding Year 2027. The project includes estimated quantities of 81 Cisco Meraki CW9174I Wi-Fi 7 indoor access points, 2 Cisco Meraki MR76 Wi-Fi 6 outdoor access points, 83 enterprise cloud controller subscription licenses, 10 dual band sector antennas, 85 Power Option A single-port 802.3bt mGig injectors, and 28,350 feet of Cat6A cabling. Bidders must possess a valid E-Rate SPIN, offer USAC Discounted Billing (SPI Method), attend a mandatory site walk-through session on November 17 or November 19, 2027, and provide three client references. Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by December 3, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize the price of eligible goods and services (50 points), equipment compatibility (20 points), prior vendor experience (15 points), local/in-state vendor status (10 points), and discounted billing agreement (5 points).
81 Cisco Meraki CW9174I Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Points and Mount; 2 Cisco Meraki MR76 Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point and Mount; 83 Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller Subscription Licenses; 10 Meraki Dual Band Sector Antennas; 5 Proxicast Pro-Grade J-Max Solid Stainless Steel Antenna Mounts; 5 Heavy-Duty Wire Guards for Cisco Meraki CW9174I Access Points; 85 Power Option A Single-Port 802.3bt mGig Injectors (Cisco AIR-INJ7=); 5 Power Option B Managed Multi-Port Rack-Mount PoE++ Midspans; 4 Renewal Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller Subscription Licenses; 28, 350 feet Cabling - Cat6A
Price of the eligible goods and services: 50, Equipment compatible with existing infrastructure: 20, Prior experience with vendor: 15, Local or In-state vendor: 10, Agreement to offer discounted billing (SPI Method): 5
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Summary
Cedar Cliff Local School District seeks proposals for a district-wide wireless network refresh encompassing indoor and outdoor wireless access points, wireless controllers/management, enterprise cloud controller subscription licensing, Cat6A cabling, mounting components, installation, configuration, and testing under E-Rate Funding Year 2027.
The project includes estimated quantities of 81 Cisco Meraki CW9174I Wi-Fi 7 indoor access points, 2 Cisco Meraki MR76 Wi-Fi 6 outdoor access points, 83 enterprise cloud controller subscription licenses, 10 dual band sector antennas, 85 Power Option A single-port 802.3bt mGig injectors, and 28,350 feet of Cat6A cabling. Bidders must possess a valid E-Rate SPIN, offer USAC Discounted Billing (SPI Method), attend a mandatory site walk-through session on November 17 or November 19, 2027, and provide three client references. Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] by December 3, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize the price of eligible goods and services (50 points), equipment compatibility (20 points), prior vendor experience (15 points), local/in-state vendor status (10 points), and discounted billing agreement (5 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of the eligible goods and services: 50
- Equipment compatible with existing infrastructure: 20
- Prior experience with vendor: 15
- Local or In-state vendor: 10
- Agreement to offer discounted billing (SPI Method): 5
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- 81 Cisco Meraki CW9174I Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Points and Mount
- 2 Cisco Meraki MR76 Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point and Mount
- 83 Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller Subscription Licenses
- 10 Meraki Dual Band Sector Antennas
- 5 Proxicast Pro-Grade J-Max Solid Stainless Steel Antenna Mounts
- 5 Heavy-Duty Wire Guards for Cisco Meraki CW9174I Access Points
- 85 Power Option A Single-Port 802.3bt mGig Injectors (Cisco AIR-INJ7=)
- 5 Power Option B Managed Multi-Port Rack-Mount PoE++ Midspans
- 4 Renewal Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller Subscription Licenses
- 28, 350 feet Cabling - Cat6A
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
E-Rate SPIN documentation, written statement of willingness to provide USAC Discounted Billing (SPI Method), evidence of appropriate insurance and legally required bonding for cabling work, three client references
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cedarville, OH
- Reported agency
- Cedar Cliff Local School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cedar Cliff Local Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Brandi Thompson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cedar Cliff Local Schools in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brandi Thompson at (937) 766-6000 ext 2101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 81 Cisco Meraki CW9174I Wi-Fi 7 Indoor Access Points and Mount; 2 Cisco Meraki MR76 Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point and Mount; 83 Cisco Meraki Enterprise Cloud Controller Subscription Licenses; 10 Meraki Dual Band Sector Antennas; 5 Proxicast Pro-Grade J-Max Solid Stainless Steel Antenna Mounts; 5 Heav. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of the eligible goods and services: 50, Equipment compatible with existing infrastructure: 20, Prior experience with vendor: 15, Local or In-state vendor: 10, Agreement to offer discounted billi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cedar Cliff Local Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Cedar Cliff Local Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Cedar Cliff Local Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: E-Rate SPIN documentation, written statement of willingness to provide USAC Discounted Billing (SPI Method), evidence of appropriate insurance and legally required bonding for cabling work, three clie. Review the full document from Cedar Cliff Local Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cedarville, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
